Old-School Cool: 10 Places to Go Roller Skating

While the sport of roller skating might seem like a relic of a bygone era, this fun-for-all pastime is actually still going strong in the Seattle area. The best part? Kids don’t need any prior experience or expensive gear to enjoy the fun of cruising ’round the rink. If you’re ready to relive your glory days (and show your kids a few tricks from back in the day), dust off your roller skates and read on for a list of retro-fun spots that have stood the test of time.

photo: Florham Park Roller Rink

Skateland

Skateland regularly receives high marks for their music variety, their friendly staff and their reasonably priced food found in the snack bar. Plus, their Wednesday night "cheap skate" deal should not be missed.

Open skate session times and prices are as follows:Wednesdays from 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Public Skate $2.25Thursdays from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Family Night Skate $7Fridays & Saturdays from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Public Skate $8Saturdays from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Public Skate Beginners - Tiny Tots $7Saturdays & Sundays from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Public Skate $8Sundays from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Public Skate - Old School Music Night $6

Auburn Skate

"Rock And Roll, Shake Your Skates" is Auburn Skate's slogan and they want you to come prepared to have an awesome time. Plan to go on Saturday and take advantage of their Special Family Pizza Package. For $35, you get one pizza, one pitcher of soda and regular skate rentals for up to four people. Check 'em out and see why they're a family favorite.

Open skate session times and prices are as follows:Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Cheap Skate $5Fridays from 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Evening Skate $8Saturdays from 11 a.m.-noon. Learn to Skate with Family Skate $12Saturdays from noon-4:30 p.m. Family Skate $8Saturdays from 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Evening Skate $8Sundays from noon-4:30 p.m. Family Skate $8

Pattison's West

If you're looking for an affordable, fun and safe place the whole family will enjoy, Pattison's West is for you. Providing family fun and entertainment to children, teens, and adults for over 30 years, this place is huge and not only offers a fab rink with a DJ, but a snack bar, arcade and hourly games with prizes. Planning a birthday bash? Have your party at Pattison's and you can rent the entire rink.

Southgate Roller Rink

Located in White Center and known as "Seattle's Friendly Rink," Southgate Roller Rink is sure to please any skate enthusiast. Weekends are dedicated to families which means you're guaranteed family-friendly music, games and an awesome time. In addition to open skate times, Southgate Roller Rink also offers a learn to skate class for all ages for $10 every Sunday from noon-1 p.m. The best part? The Family Skate session, immediately following the learn to skate class, is included in the fee.

Open skate session times and prices are as follows:Fridays from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Family Evening Skate $8Saturdays from noon-4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Family Skate $8-$9Sundays from 11 a.m.-noon Learn to Skate Class (includes Family Skate) $13Sundays from noon-4:30 p.m. Family Skate $9

Lynnwood Bowl & Skate

What could be better than a place that offers a bowling alley, a roller skating rink and full-service concession stand? Not much in our book which is why we think Lynnwood Bowl & Skate is an amazing choice for some fab family bonding. When your kid crew gets tired of skating, hit the lanes for a game of bowling and order up the kid's sampler platter.

Rental Fees: Admission includes quad roller skates. Inline skates are $3.25 additional. You are welcome to bring your own skates as long as they are clean and in good condition. Psst...be sure to join Lynnwood Bowl & Skate for their learn to skate class on Saturdays from 11 a.m.-noon. The class is $15 per person and includes the noon skate session.

photo: Everett Skate Deck

Everett Skate Deck

Home of the Jet City Roller Girls Roller Derby, Everett Skate Deck has been in business for over 50 years and it's easy to see why they are a family favorite. They really have it all covered between the rink complete with a mirrored disco ball and DJs playing your favorite tunes, to the inflatable toys, arcade games, concession stand and big screen TVs. If you've got a crew of newbie skaters, beginner skate classes are offered on Saturdays from 11 a.m.-noon for $60. The price includes four classes along with roller skate rentals. The first class starts on the first Saturday of every month.

Open skate session times and prices are as follows:Fridays from 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Public Skating $9Saturdays from 12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Public Skating $8Saturdays from 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Public Skating $9Sundays from 12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Public Skating $8

Marysville Skate Center

Step back in time with music from the '70s to current hits, and skate on a real maple hardwood floor at Marysville Skate Center. Special "Family Carnival Days" are held on Sundays from 12:30 p.m-4:30 p.m. and include free cotton candy, face painting and other carnival-themed activities ($20 for a family of four). Learn to skate classes are held on Sundays from 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m. for just $7.

Skate Tiffany’s! Roller Skating & Family Fun Center

Formerly known as Tiffany’s Skate Inn, this awesome rolling skating center in Puyallup features the state’s largest skating surface, new redemption game room and a snack bar that is a step up from others serving pizza, chicken wings and more to hungry skaters of all ages. Psst...if you have time, check out their outdoor mini golf course. It's awesome!

Community Center Skate Nights

During the school year, two of our area's community centers host Friday night skate sessions. The best part? It only costs $3-$4 per skater and includes skate rentals.

Alki Community CenterKick off your TGIF by heading to the Alki Community Center where they offer family skate every Friday night during the school year starting in September. Kick the weekend off right with awesome games, music and some serious roller skating fun.

Open skate session times and prices are as follows:Fridays from 5:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m. $3

Bitter Lake Community CenterAfter a long week, relax and have some fun at family skate night at the Bitter Lake Annex. A popular spot for families, this is a perfect place to meet up with some friends or make new ones. Family skate night takes place on Fridays during the school year.

Open skate session times and prices are as follows:Fridays from 6:30 p.m.-8:15 p.m. $4